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UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Friday, May 24
    USO Show
    An evening of comedy, entertainment, historic film footage and music of the 1940s. Free! Email: clifford.laube@nara.gov. Url: http://www.fdrlibrary.marist.edu.

  • Saturday, May 25 - Monday, May 27
    Vanderbilt Plant Sale
    Annuals, perennials, herbs, vines, etc. Benefit sale in parking lot of Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site. 10am–5pm. Phone: 845-229-6432. Email: moebius122@opton.line.net. Url: http://www.vanderbiltgarden.org.

  • Saturday, May 25 - Sunday, May 26
    WWII Military Displays
    Re-enactors in battle dress share their appreciation for WWII history. Uniforms, equipment and prop weapons on display. Also, live period music. 10am–4pm. Free. Email: clifford.laube@nara.gov. Url: http://www.fdrlibrary.marist.edu.

  • Saturday, May 25 - Sunday, May 26
    The Thing About Art, See
    An eclectic mix of choregraphy, featuring dancers from the D'amby Project as well as a good deal of local talent. Sat at 8pm, Sun at 3pm. $20/$10. Phone: 845-876-3080. Url: http://centerforperformingarts.org.

  • Saturday, May 25
    Viva Flamenco
    $45 cafe table, $30 general seating; 7:30. Phone: 845-757-5106. Url: http://kaatsbaan.org.

  • Saturday, May 25
    Flamenco Vivo/Carlota Santana
    Traditional while forward-looking work that is "fresh and relevant." Performance at Kaatsbaan will be a preview of the company’s program that will be at NYC's Joyce Theatre later in May. General Admission (reserved seating) $30, Café Table Seating, $45, 7:30 p.m. Email: pgrkaats@bestweb.net. Url: http://www.kaatsbaan.org.

  • Saturday, May 25 - Sunday, May 26
    The Thing About Art, See
    Energetic and elegant dancea featuring D’Amby Project dancers, including Elaine Colandrea. $20/adults $10/children. Tickets at door or in advance; reservations recommended! 5/25 at 8pm & 5/26 at 3pm. Phone: 845-876-3080. Url: http://centerforperformingarts.org.

  • Sunday, May 26
    Farm Fantastic!
    Beers, Wines & Barbecue: the perfect way to inaugurate summer w/fundraising event for Columbia Land Conservancy, 4:30–8pm on beautiful farm (w/gorgeous views) in Livingston. Food & drink: locally grown food, array of wines, and locally brewed beer. Fun: petting farm, birds of pray, oxen demos, Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, music by Spurs USA + more. Information & to purchase tickets clctrust.org/barbecue. Phone: 518-392 5252x204. Url: http://clctrust.org.

  • Sunday, May 26
    Milan Memorial Day Celebration
    Refreshments and displays; parade begins at Town Hall at noon. Email: townclerk@milan-ny.gov.

  • Friday, May 31 - Saturday, June 1
    Tour to Honor Revolutionary War Patriots
    Two day low-cost trip to Plattsburgh and Quebec to honor the 200 American soldiers of the 4th Dutchess County Militia of the NY Line of Montgomery’s Brigade who died and were buried at Fort Chambly in June 1776. Public invited. Email: saartjelast@gmail.com. Url: http://northerndutchessdar.org.

  • Friday, May 31 - Sunday, June 2
    Cavalcade of Magic
    The Al Baker Assembly #35 of the Society of American Magaicians, along w/local magicians. Fri & Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. Phone: 845-876-3080. Url: http://centerforperformingarts.org.

  • Saturday, June 1 - Sunday, June 2
    Relay for Life
    Walk/run fundraiser for American Cancer Society. 11am opening ceremony. Contact fairgrounds for more info. Phone: 845-876-4001. Email: info@dutchessfair.com. Url: http://dutchessfair.com.

  • Saturday, June 1
    Opening, No Constraints
    A show of members' works; 6–8pm. Phone: 845-757-2776. Email: greysand@verizon.net. Url: http://tivoliartistsgallery.com.

  • Saturday, June 1 - Sunday, June 2
    Camp Ramapo Community Weekend
    Ramapo opens to public for annual outdoor family fun w/rope courses, swimming, climbing wall, games for all ages. Bunk accommodations or bring tent. Wknd. $90 a person, Sat only $60. Call or reserve on web. Phone: 845-876-8403. Email: jkinsley@ramapoforchildren.org. Url: http://ramapoforchildren.org.

  • Saturday, June 1
    Rhinecliff Waterfront Day
    Live music, games, bouncy castle, Clearwater Sloop with free tours, Sheriff K-9 demos, magic show, crafts and vendors, pie eating contest and lots more! 11am–5pm rain or shine. Phone: 845-206-4965. Email: patricia.wind@gmail.com. Url: http://rhinecliff.org.

  • Saturday, June 1
    Downton Abbey Themed Tour
    Highlighting Staatsburgh’s real life counterparts of the Downton Abbey characters, Reservations required. (Also offered on other June dates; call for details.) Phone: 845-889-8851. Url: http://staatsburgh.org.

  • Saturday, June 1
    Montgomery Place Porch Party
    Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, & music. Benefit for Montgomery Place preservation programs. 5:30–8pm. $150; call to request an invitation. Phone: 845-758-1036 x11. Email: rarmater@hudsonvalley.org. Url: http://hudsonvalley.org.

  • Saturday, June 1
    Trails for Children
    Hiking, bird watching, outdoor fun. 10am. Phone: 518-537-4240. Url: http://friendsofclermont.org .

  • Saturday, June 1
    The Hudson in the Ice Age
    Book talk & signing w/professors Robert and Johanna Titus, authors of The Hudson Valley in the Ice Age: A Geological History and Tour. Free at 3pm. Phone: 518-828-0135. Url: http://olana.org.

  • Sunday, June 2
    Chicken BBQ
    Rain or shine. $12/ $6/ free. 12:15pm. Reserve at 845-758-4557 or 845-876-6769. Phone: 845-876-8180. Url: http://rhinebecklutheran.org.

Hudson River Ruins

by Robin Cherry  

How 19th century German romanticism once brought Mayan artifacts to Cruger Island of Red Hook.

SOS Hydrofracking

by Cynthia Owen Philip  

New York struggles to define acceptable limits to the developers' thirst for natural gas.

Local History

The Lobotskys of Wonderland

by Teresa Vilardi  

For almost a century this family has been farming the precincts along White School House Road in Rhinbeck.

General Interest

Susan Kayne, The Horse’s Advocate

by Rob Rubsam  

Susan Kayne of Unbridled TV and Clermont Farms is determined to change the horse culture of New York State . . . the sooner the better.

Closing the Science Gap

by Mary Leonard  

The Rhinebeck Science Foundation has come through on the technology front, especially for Rhinebeck's middle schoolers.

Building & Home

The Space Race

by M. C. Primiano  

When the parents' empty nest gets filled up with stuff: call out the dropcloths!

Birdhouse Savvy

by Neil Soderstrom  

Ways to nurture and protect your cavity-nesting bluebirds, chickadees, house wrens, and tree swallows.

Food & Wine

The Tastes of Spring

by Laura Pensiero  

Spring's arrival, says Laura Pensiero, means put away the stew pot and pull out the sauté pan and think fava beans, peas & ramps!

The Chocolate Wars? Part III: Ulster County

by Arlene Wege  

Our chocolate researcher ventures across the bridge . . .

Health & Wellness

Fibromyalgia: A World of Pain

by Naomi Kennedy  

Whether considered a disease or a disorder, the musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points of fibromyalgia are a very real phenomenon to the millions who suffer from them.

The Perils of Plastics

by Kathryn Matthews  

Plastics are everywhere in our kitchen and around our foods . . . but at what cost to health?

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Dutchess/Columbia Community Businesses

Clinical Psychologist & MindBody Nutrition Coach offering services to individuals with concerns around weight, eating and body image. An holistic approach that can transform reliance on limiting beliefs and habits into trust in the inherent wisdom of body and mind.

Offices in Woodstock and Rhinebeck
845-750-0476

Historic Victorian Mansion lovingly restored to provide modern comfort and convenience in a richly-appointed setting. Wander our antique-filled parlors, relax in our light and airy rooms, and enjoy our full (we mean it!) breakfast.

7571 Old Post Rd., Red Hook
845-758-5818

Rhinebeck Pilates is a fully equipped, classical pilates studio offering private and duet sessions, as well as tower and mat classes in a friendly, energizing atmosphere. We also offer Mama with Baby Pilates Prenatal Pilates Tower classes. We sell Hardtail Forever pilates & yoga clothing, yoga mats, and foam rollers.

23D East Market St., Rhinebeck
845-876-5686

A place to meet, play and learn music! Lessons and Classes; Kids, teens and adults; Voice, guitar, saxophone, improv, music theater, vocal groups. Local and regional performing acts.

The Chocolate Factory 54 Elizabeth Street, Red Hook
845-444-0607

Life change from the inside out: loving support and guidance during transitions; healing for issues around food and body image; self-empowerment, intuitive readings. Trained with the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology.

Rhinebeck
845-876-0449

A unique clothing boutique featuring runway and showroom samples, bags by Kipling and Whiting and Davis, SugarPlum toiletries, organic mineral make-up by ChaosCosmetics, shoes, belts, scarves, hair ornaments and more. Across from Rhinebeck Firehouse.

71 E. Market St, Rhinebeck
845-876-6729

Services provided in a supportive, confidential and respectful setting. NYS-licensed with a certification in clinical hypnosis. Call today to schedule a free, 15-minute phone consultation.

87 E. Market St Suite 201, Red Hook
845-752-3377

Proudly serving the Hudson Valley since 1982. Certified Arborist and lawn technician. Full service landscaping company specializing in tree and shrub maintenance and installations for large estates and small properties.Fertlization programs available for lawns and trees. Licensed, fully insured.

845-452-8116

Let me be your Home Personal Shopper, I can open every door & every listing, in the area—guiding you through the home buying process with 100% commitment 100% of the time. A Buyer’s Market deserves a 100% Buyer’s Real Estate Agency. Speak with Harvey Brown or email him, meet either upstate or in NYC, visit our website, connecting city and country living.

845-876-3502 or 212-228-6705

Foods prepared with an explosion of flavors and a riot of colors. Weddings, showers, theme events. Barbecues, clambakes. Organic and Kosher-style foods.

3767 Rt. 9G, Rhinebeck
845-876-4480

Collaborative, strength-based psychological services. Services offered include family, couples, adolescent, and adult psychotherapy, women’s groups, and clinical supervision. Approved Supervisor, AAMFT.

6402 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck
845-453-0457

Thinking of a modular home? Let us handle the headaches from start to finish. Quality work.

Germantown
518-537-4521 or 518-965-1922

Save money on taxes. Reduce property maintenance costs. Create an agricultural assessment. Eliminate expensive brush hogging. Convert your woodlands and overgrown pastures into hay production or other agricultural uses. We will perform all phases of land preparation, including drainage, excavation, fencing, planting, as well as cutting at no expense to landowner. Please call for free property consultation and estimates.

129 Yantz Rd., Red Hook
845-532-2152

Complete building and renovation services for quality conscious homeowners since 1985. Desire a new kitchen or bath? Maybe a new sunroom, porch or garage? Thinking about upgrading that old electrical service, plumbing or heating system? Call for a free estimate.

Red Hook
845-417-7850

Beadzo offers a wonderful selection of creative, artistic and ethnic jewelry from around the world as well as from our local artists and beaders. Necklaces, bracelets and earrings made from vintage, collectible and contemporary beads and metals are available. Semi-precious stones, pearls and lamp work beads have been made into unique creations and make special gifts. Silk scarves from Thailand and artistic hand knitted scarves can be found there as well. Folk art masks, clocks, earring holders and lively hand-painted wooden chests and jewelry boxes are also added to the mix. It’s all very whimsical, fun and full of spirit!

60 Broadway, Tivoli
845-757-5306

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